Students will place themselves at the heart of how research translates into advances in clinical practice and how the boundaries of the knowledge of the science of the human body are advanced. Students will learn from world leading subject experts and access a variety of professional development and entrepreneurial opportunities.

Taught by subject experts who carry out fundamental scientific and medical research, this 4-year course will explore the science of the human body and the causes and treatments of diseases that affect humans. This broad course is taught in the Birmingham Medical School and covers all the major body systems right down to cellular and molecular level. Students will explore emerging fields such as stem cell therapies and also learn more about major disorders like cancer and arthritis. In addition, throughout the course, students will develop core research skills, such as data analysis and interpretation that will help them to build a strong understanding of the key ethical and social issues surrounding medical science. Benefit from access to professional development and entrepreneurial opportunities including business and enterprise and good clinical laboratory practice (GCLP). 

Students will have the opportunity at the end of the second year, or third year if they prefer, to undertake a year in industry. This will allow students to gain valuable work experience by securing a placement in, for example, the pharmaceutical industry. Students may also have access to financial support to take on summer projects in the College’s own active research laboratories.